nanarchy said:
That is actually an incorrect usage of the term planned obsolescence. planned obsolescence is about when you release a product you already have your next version planned with the features in order to make your current releasing product obsolete. It is sound business practise for products with high volumes and low margins. sometimes it does include building products with real expected lifetimes due to engineering of product but that is more a byproduct of designing to an expected lifetime at minimal cost. |
Hmm so am I confusing built in life-span with something else? Or is that just one of the many cause and effect of planned obsolescene?
Like for example: Harder to replace screen/parts on iPhone after any damage. Due to the company choosing materials that are easily damaged or wearn out and cost of repair is not worth the value.
